[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 95 (Thursday, July 16, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1322]
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              IN MEMORY OF COL. (R) WILLIAM S. STARKE, JR.

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                            HON. IKE SKELTON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 16, 1998

  Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, let me take this opportunity to say a few 
words in tribute to the late Col. (R) William S. Starke, Jr. Col. 
Starke, a loyal and dedicated soldier and a good friend of mine through 
the years, recently passed away at the age of 80.
  Col. Starke, a native of Lexington, MO, entered the United States 
Army as a private in 1942. He served until 1970, when he retired as a 
colonel. During his distinguished career, William Starke fought as a 
tank commander during World War II in France, Germany, and Austria and 
saw combat in Korea. His other military tours included Turkey, Alaska, 
and Iran.
  William Starke was one of three brothers who served in the Army. He 
married Heidi Maria Bauer of Vienna, Austria, in 1947, and they had 
five children.
  After retirement, William Starke worked for Boatmen's Bank and in 
real estate development in Dixon, Missouri, He was a member of the Elks 
Club and several military service organizations including the Heartland 
Chapter of the 11th Armored Division.
  Col. Starke is survived by his wife, Heidi, four children, 14 
grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a brother and a sister.
  Mr. Speaker, William Starke was a dedicated soldier and a true friend 
throughout his military career and beyond. I am certain that the 
Members of the House will join me in paying tribute to this fine 
Missourian.

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